It kind of reminds me of Glencross.
I still think Mangiapane is a good 3rd liner that can fill in the top 6, but he didn't do himself any favours in WSH. Even with the rising cap, his next contract will likely have to be a show me contract, $2-3.5M x 1-3yrs.
I find his agent's comments kind of funny in retrospect, whining about Calgary not giving him any opportunities on the PP.
As far as opening up a spot, I don't think they could've traded Mangiapane when he had more than 1 year term. I also doubt that CGY would have a very easy time trading a veteran forwards this year, with Coleman being the most logical candidate.
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